Employment at Helfrich Brothers

Helfrich Brothers BoilerWorks is looking to hire highly-qualified professionals with backgrounds in boiler service and manufacturing. Please use our online employment application below to begin the application process. Thank you for your interest in working with Helfrich Brothers BoilerWorks.

We consider applicants for all positions without regard to race, color, religion, creed, gender, national origin, age, disability, marital or veteran status, or any other legally protected status.

Current Opportunities:

Tooling Specialist

The company is growing strong and in need of a Tooling Specialist who is a motivated, self-starting individual with the drive and commitment to get the job done successfully. This is a great opportunity for the right person!

This individual will help to ensure that all trailers are stocked with proper equipment, material, and inventory to perform a safe work atmosphere during project work and outages.

**80-85% domestic travel is required** We do a majority of work on the East Coast and are looking for someone central to that region.

Major Duties & Responsibilities

The Tooling Specialist will report to the Equipment & Logistics Manager and is responsible for assisting in aspects of:

  • Maintaining & servicing power tools and other small tooling,
  • Tooling inventory throughout our fleet of trailers, Sea-Conex’s, facility job boxes, & mobile toolboxes that are located throughout the United States

Include the following, as well as others that may be assigned:

  • Ensure that all aspects of the work scope are being performed in a safe manner
  • Perform regular inspections and repairs on company equipment when necessary and practical
  • Responsible for Field Service trailers and their contents including getting them stocked and equipped for project work and outages
  • Responsible for Sea-Conex’s, rigging gear, and specialty equipment used on project work, and outages
  • Communicate and work closely with all divisions of the company including purchasing, rentals, as well as shipping and receiving needs
  • Works with the Project Managers to improve the overall operation of the company while reducing costs and increasing profits
  • Plan and work independently or within a group
  • Promote a positive image for the company and provides best company reputation
  • Responsible for picking up or scheduling shipment of parts and material for projects

It is the responsibility of all Equipment & Logistics team members to understand the HBBW employee handbook in order to implement company policies and procedures.

Physical Demands

The physical demands described here are representative of those that must be met by an employee to successfully perform the essential functions of this job. Reasonable accommodations may be made to enable individuals with disabilities to perform the essential functions.

The employee must frequently lift and/or move up to 50 pounds. Specific vision abilities required by this job include close vision, distance vision, peripheral vision, depth perception and ability to adjust focus. While performing the duties of this job, the employee is regularly required to stand; walk; sit; use hands; reach with hands and arms and talk or hear. The employee is frequently required to stoop, kneel, crouch, or crawl. The employee is routinely required to climb or balance. This position is 80%-85% travel based, presence on jobsites is imperative.

Education/Skills/Experience

  • High school diploma or general education degree (GED); experience and/or training; or equivalent combination of education and experience.
  • Strong organizational and time management skills
  • Good written, verbal communication and collaborative skills
  • High degree of accuracy and attention to detail
  • Experience in Industrial Construction preferred
  • Mechanically inclined and skilled with basic hand tools/power tools
  • Welding Knowledge a plus
  • Intermediate in Microsoft Office (Outlook, Excel, Word) and SharePoint

Work Environment

The work environment characteristics described here are representative of those an employee encounters while performing the essential functions of this job. Reasonable accommodations may be made to enable individuals with disabilities to perform the essential functions.

While performing the duties of this job, the employee is routinely exposed to work near moving mechanical parts; work in high, precarious places; fumes or airborne particles; toxic or caustic chemicals; outdoor weather conditions including hot or cold weather conditions; risk of electrical shock and vibration.
The noise level in the work environment is usually loud. It is typically high pressure, and this individual would be responsible for making compliant decisions quickly and efficiently as needed.

Job Type: Seasonal & Full-time opportunities available

Travel reimbursement based out of Lawrence, MA.

Benefits

  • 401(k)
  • 401(k) matching
  • Dental insurance
  • Flexible schedule
  • Health insurance
  • Health savings account
  • Life insurance
  • Paid time off
  • Vision insurance

Schedule

  • 10 hour shift
  • 12 hour shift
  • Day shift
  • Monday to Friday
  • Night shift
  • Overtime
  • Weekends as needed

Work Location: On the road

Production Tube Welder (Northeast, Mid-Atlantic, Southeast)

Family owned and operated since 1948, Helfrich Brothers Boiler Works is a full-service, commercial boiler company who provides expert manufacturing, engineering and field services to the power generation industry.

Job Summary

We are seeking skilled boiler tube welders, specifically versed in production style welding on industrial boiler tubes. The ideal candidate will possess their code qualification and have experience working inside an industrial boiler and performing quality welds while adhering to industry codes & standards. This role is a member of the HBBW Field Service division, meaning that this is a travel based position, servicing emergency outages and scheduled shutdowns.

Responsibilities

Daily responsibilities may include but are not limited to:

  • Working during forced outages/emergencies (day or night shift)
  • Knowledge and capability of using grinders as well as end prep tools to perform the proper procedures for tube reinstallation,
  • Familiar with a range of filler metals and welding processes to perform welds on boiler tubes and components,
  • Making, installing, and repairing boilers,
  • Welding and bolting pieces together,
  • Testing boilers & performing routine maintenance,
  • Fabricating and assembling metal structures,
  • Reading and interpreting diagrams, sketches, blueprints,
  • Performing jobs safely while adhering to all safety guidelines,
  • Responsibility for quality and safety while in the workplace.

Skills

  • Pass a 6g Position Tube Test
  • Experience with TIG, MIG, or stick welding
  • Experience welding boiler tubes

Work Environment

The work environment characteristics described here are representative of those an employee encounters while performing the essential functions of this job. Reasonable accommodations may be made to enable individuals with disabilities to perform the essential functions.

While performing the duties of this job, the employee is routinely exposed to work near moving mechanical parts; work in high, precarious places; risk of electrical shock and vibration; be able to work in hot or cold environments.
The noise level in the work environment is industrial and typically loud.

Physical Demands

The physical demands described here are representative of those that must be met by an employee to successfully perform the essential functions of this job. Reasonable accommodations may be made to enable individuals with disabilities to perform the essential functions.

The employee must frequently lift and/or move up to 50 pounds. Specific vision abilities required by this job include close vision, distance vision, peripheral vision, depth perception and ability to adjust focus. While performing the duties of this job, the employee is regularly required to stand; walk; sit; use hands; reach with hands and arms and talk or hear. The employee is frequently required to stoop, kneel, crouch, or crawl. The employee is occasionally required to climb or balance.

Pay

$31, hotel while working & $30 per diem daily.

Production Mirror Tube Welder (Northeast, Mid-Atlantic, Southeast)

Family owned and operated since 1948, Helfrich Brothers Boiler Works is a full-service, commercial boiler company who provides expert manufacturing, engineering and field services to the power generation industry.

Job Summary

We are seeking skilled welders who can confidently weld boiler tubes using a mirror. The ideal candidate will have experience working inside an industrial boiler and performing quality mirror welds while adhering to industry codes & standards. This role is a member of the HBBW Field Service division, meaning that this is a travel based position, servicing emergency outages and scheduled shutdowns.

Responsibilities

  • Daily responsibilities may include but are not limited to:
  • Working during forced outages/emergencies (day or night shift)
  • Performing high quality welds with sometimes limited visibility,
  • Familiar with a range of filler metals and welding processes to perform welds on boiler tubes and components,
  • Making, installing, and repairing boilers,
  • Welding and bolting pieces together,
  • Testing boilers & performing routine maintenance,
  • Reading and interpreting diagrams, sketches, blueprints,
  • Performing jobs safely while adhering to all safety guidelines,
  • Responsibility for quality and safety while in the workplace.
    Skills
  • Pass a Restricted Mirror Tube Test
  • Experience welding boiler tubes / mirror welding

Work Environment

The work environment characteristics described here are representative of those an employee encounters while performing the essential functions of this job. Reasonable accommodations may be made to enable individuals with disabilities to perform the essential functions.

While performing the duties of this job, the employee is routinely exposed to work near moving mechanical parts; work in high, precarious places; risk of electrical shock and vibration; be able to work in hot or cold environments.
The noise level in the work environment is industrial and typically loud.

Physical Demands

The physical demands described here are representative of those that must be met by an employee to successfully perform the essential functions of this job. Reasonable accommodations may be made to enable individuals with disabilities to perform the essential functions.

The employee must frequently lift and/or move up to 50 pounds. Specific vision abilities required by this job include close vision, distance vision, peripheral vision, depth perception and ability to adjust focus. While performing the duties of this job, the employee is regularly required to stand; walk; sit; use hands; reach with hands and arms and talk or hear. The employee is frequently required to stoop, kneel, crouch, or crawl. The employee is occasionally required to climb or balance.

Pay

$34, hotel while working & $30 per diem daily.

Project Supervisor

The company is growing strong and in need of experienced Project Supervisors who are motivated, self-starting individuals with the drive and commitment to get the job done successfully.

This role is responsible for all aspects of the safety, quality, and production of the assigned project. The Project Supervisors are responsible for the quality of all assigned projects, which includes inspections in the field. This position usually is assigned to overseeing night shifts on an outage. **80-85% domestic travel is required** We do a majority of our emergency outage/scheduled shutdown work on the East Coast and are looking for someone central to that region.

Major Duties & Responsibilities

It is the Project Supervisors responsibility to ensure that all aspects of the work scope are being performed in a safe manner. Project Supervisors will report to the Project Manager, and work closely to ensure that the project remains on schedule and budget. Responsibilities include but are not limited to:

  • Conducting daily tailgate meeting,
  • Oversee safe tool usage,
  • Complete injury reports with the Safety Manager,
  • Assigning manpower & scheduling project tasks,
  • Tool rentals,
  • Ordering material,
  • Processing time cards / time sheets,
  • Tracking material items & submittal to Project Manager.

The Project Supervisor will be responsible for verifying that all code requirements are met and documented. This will include but is not limited to:

  • Ensure weld procedures are being followed,
  • Gather all MTR’s and code documents for submittal to QC.

It is the responsibility of the Project Supervisors to understand and follow all Helfrich Brothers company policies and procedures. The Supervisor will enforce the policies at all times.

Physical Demands

The physical demands described here are representative of those that must be met by an employee to successfully perform the essential functions of this job. Reasonable accommodations may be made to enable individuals with disabilities to perform the essential functions.

The employee must frequently lift and/or move up to 50 pounds. Specific vision abilities required by this job include close vision, distance vision, peripheral vision, depth perception and ability to adjust focus. While performing the duties of this job, the employee is regularly required to stand; walk; sit; use hands; reach with hands and arms and talk or hear. The employee is frequently required to stoop, kneel, crouch, or crawl. The employee is routinely required to climb or balance. This position is 80%-85% travel based, presence on jobsites is imperative.

Education/Skills/Experience

  • High school diploma or general education degree (GED); and two – four years related experience and/or training; or equivalent combination of education and experience,
  • Ability to read and interpret documents such as safety rules, operating and maintenance instructions, and procedure manuals,
  • Possess the ability to write routine reports and correspondences,
  • Possess the ability to speak effectively before groups of customers or employees of any
    organization,
  • Strong interpersonal skills and fluent communicator,
  • Possess the ability to solve practical problems and deal with a variety of variables in
    situations where only limited standardization exists,
  • Possess the ability to interpret a variety of instructions furnished in written, oral, diagram,
    or schedule form,
  • Strong time and project management skills,
  • Microsoft Word, Excel, and Outlook,
  • Valid driver’s license

Work Environment

The work environment characteristics described here are representative of those an employee encounters while performing the essential functions of this job. Reasonable accommodations may be made to enable individuals with disabilities to perform the essential functions.

While performing the duties of this job, the employee is routinely exposed to work near moving mechanical parts; work in high, precarious places; fumes or airborne particles; toxic or caustic chemicals; outdoor weather conditions; risk of electrical shock and vibration.

The noise level in the work environment is usually loud.

Physical Demands

The physical demands described here are representative of those that must be met by an employee to successfully perform the essential functions of this job. Reasonable accommodations may be made to enable individuals with disabilities to perform the essential functions. All employees must be able to work using full face respirators and must pass a pulmonary function test.

The employee must frequently lift and/or move up to 50 pounds. Specific vision abilities required by this job include close vision, distance vision, peripheral vision, depth perception and ability to adjust focus. While performing the duties of this job, the employee is regularly required to stand; walk; sit; use hands; reach with hands and arms and talk or hear. The employee is frequently required to stoop, kneel, crouch, or crawl. The employee is routinely required to climb or balance.

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